Homework is an integral part of every student’s educational program and is to be encouraged by teachers and supported by parents. It should be considered an extension of classroom assignments and should vary accordingly to individual student’s grade level, ability and need. The primary function of homework should be designed to assist and improve in the over-all learning process of the student. For many students this means the completion of class assignments. To promote lifelong learning, it is expected that students will develop the ‘homework habit’ by reading as part of our home reading program on an ongoing basis whether they have additional homework assignments to complete. Reading nightly is strongly encouraged for all grades. If you have a question regarding homework, please contact the classroom teacher.
General Purposes of Homework
1. To provide students with the opportunity to perform individually.
2. To promote good study habits.
3. To develop self-direction and responsibility for working independently.
4. To aid in the mastery of a skill.
5. To provoke and promote creativeness.
6. To reinforce knowledge.
7. To act as a stimulant towards new learning.
8. To inform parents of the work going on in the classroom and to provide a bond of cooperation.
Suggestions for Parents Helping with Homework
1. Provide a specific and quiet place to work.
2. Select a time when distractions will be minimal.
3. Visit your child’s Virtual Classroom for more information.
4. Parents could use this time for their own reading or other “book work”.
5. When there is no specific assignment, encourage your child to engage in alternate educational activities such as reading silently or to a sibling, friend, etc. Your child may also work on long term assignments.
6. Ensure that necessary materials and supplies are near at hand.
7. Encourage and assist your child but let him/her do the work on their own.
Please stay posted for further homework updates
General Purposes of Homework
1. To provide students with the opportunity to perform individually.
2. To promote good study habits.
3. To develop self-direction and responsibility for working independently.
4. To aid in the mastery of a skill.
5. To provoke and promote creativeness.
6. To reinforce knowledge.
7. To act as a stimulant towards new learning.
8. To inform parents of the work going on in the classroom and to provide a bond of cooperation.
Suggestions for Parents Helping with Homework
1. Provide a specific and quiet place to work.
2. Select a time when distractions will be minimal.
3. Visit your child’s Virtual Classroom for more information.
4. Parents could use this time for their own reading or other “book work”.
5. When there is no specific assignment, encourage your child to engage in alternate educational activities such as reading silently or to a sibling, friend, etc. Your child may also work on long term assignments.
6. Ensure that necessary materials and supplies are near at hand.
7. Encourage and assist your child but let him/her do the work on their own.
Please stay posted for further homework updates